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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Andrew smoking in Act 3, Scene 2?

2. What is the last word Robert says in the play?

3. What does Andrew say that Argentina has?

4. What does Ruth tell Andrew he must realize about her after Robert has died?

5. What does Andrew try and convince Ruth to do because he thinks she owes Robert?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the theme of suffering in this play. Who seems to have suffered the most? Use textual examples to support your opinion.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the literal and symbolic meaning of the title "Beyond the Horizon." What particular meaning does it have for Robert and Andrew?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Andrew's physical appearance and personality at the beginning of the play and contrast it with how he looks and behaves at the end of the play. What do you think caused these changes?

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